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Martin Marietta Center For The Performing Arts, 500 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601

Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker

Closed December 24, 2023

A Nutcracker so imaginative and stunning that it's for the history books.

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Why See Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker?

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A Christmas Must!

An enchanted wonderland where toys come to life, children shrink and dreams of flying become a reality. The Nutcracker is an annual tradition across the country and few do it better justice than Carolina Ballet, which has gained a formidable reputation under the direction of Robert Weiss, a former student of the legendary George Balanchine. Their lavish sets are packed with imagination, incorporating grand-scale illusions and vibrant costumes that are guaranteed to keep children gaping in awe. The large cast brings Petipa's vision to stunning life, while Tchaikovsky's iconic music is played by a live orchestra. It's the perfect Christmas treat for all the family!

What is The Nutcracker About?

Carolina's version sticks closely to the original Petipa libretto. We open on Christmas Eve, in the Stahlbaum house. There's music and presents and food, and the three Stahlbaum children are beside themselves with joy at the wonder of it all. There's danger on the horizon though, heralded by the arrival at the door of local magician Drosselmeyer. He brings bearing gifts for the children, including a wooden nutcracker. This is just the start of an adventure which will lead our characters into a war between mice and gingerbread men and through the Land of Sweets.

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Dates

Opening night: 15 December 2023

Audience

Suitable for audiences of all ages

Run time

Two hours and 20 minutes with one interval

MASKS

You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.

What you thought

11 reviews, average rating: (2.2 Stars)

2.0 star rating

Anonymous: “GREAT PERFORMANCE ”

My granddaughter and I was spectular performance, if you dancer and culture... more

Lin Wills: “Just okay”

Too much of the opening family scene. Missing many of classical dances.... more

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